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Fort Worth is getting its first Zaxby’s. Here’s where and when it’ll open

Zaxby’s, a Southern fast food staple, is opening its first Fort Worth location in September.

There are a few other Zaxby’s sprinkled around DFW in Keller, Mansfield and Richardson, but now, Fort Worth will get its own store.

The new location will be in southwest Fort Worth at 5384 Sycamore School Road.

The Atlanta-based chain is known for its chicken fingers, wings and salads with signature sauces. Customers can try limited-time lemon-pepper chicken wings, chicken bacon ranch loaded fries or fried pickles.

Here’s what we know about the new Zaxby’s and when it’s opening.

When will Zaxby’s open in Fort Worth?

Zaxby’s offers chicken tenders, chicken wings and chicken sandwiches with special sauce.
Zaxby’s offers chicken tenders, chicken wings and chicken sandwiches with special sauce. Courtesy photo by Zaxby’s

The Zaxby’s in Fort Worth will start serving customers on Labor Day Monday, Sept. 1.

Zaxby’s locations are open from 9 a.m. to 3 a.m.

Zaxby’s first Fort Worth location will open on Sept. 1, 2025 at 5384 Sycamore School Road.
Zaxby’s first Fort Worth location will open on Sept. 1, 2025 at 5384 Sycamore School Road. Courtesy photo by Zaxby’s

What type of restaurant is Zaxby’s?

Zaxby’s in Fort Worth will have both dine-in and drive-thru options. It costs $10 to $20 per person.

The new restaurant is 4,000 square feet, with space for 40 dine-in customers.

Customers can also order ahead of time for pickup on the Zaxby’s app or online. Or, customers can order Zaxby’s for delivery through Uber Eats, DoorDash and GrubHub.

Pictured here is Zaxby’s chicken tender combo, loaded chicken bacon ranch fries and fried white cheddar cheese bites.
Pictured here is Zaxby’s chicken tender combo, loaded chicken bacon ranch fries and fried white cheddar cheese bites. Courtesy photo by Zaxby’s

What else is on the menu at Zaxby’s?

In addition to chicken, Zaxby’s serves some southern snack favorites.

Most Zaxby’s chicken meals are served with a side of crinkle fries and Texas toast. Some also offer coleslaw. If you want it all in one bite, Zaxby’s offers chicken sandwiches served on Texas toast.

Other sides include fried white cheddar bites, veggie egg rolls and quesadillas.

Zaxby’s Asian Zalad with chicken.
Zaxby’s Asian Zalad with chicken. Black Horse Studio Courtesy photo by Zaxby’s

Salads, or Zalads, come in Asian, Cobb, House and blue cheese flavors.

The Zaxby’s signature sauce is a creamy, peppery sauce.

Is the new Zaxby’s in Fort Worth hiring?

Yes, the Zaxby’s in Fort Worth is hiring up to 50 new employees.

Visit Zaxby’s Indeed page to apply and see other opportunities.


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Ella Gonzales
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Ella Gonzales is a service journalism reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. She is part of a team of local journalists who answer reader questions and write about life in North Texas. Ella mainly writes about local restaurants and where to find good deals around town.
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